Head of Materials and Supply Chain

Do you want to join us in helping to fight the world's most threatening diseases and enabling access to care for more people around the world? At Siemens Healthineers, we pioneer breakthroughs in healthcare. For everyone. Everywhere. Sustainably.

We offer you a flexible and dynamic environment with opportunities to go beyond your comfort zone in order to grow personally and professionally. Sound interesting?

Then come and join our global team as Head of Materials and Supply Chain, In Healthineers in Swords, Co Dublin.

This role is a senior leadership position on our Swords site. The Head of Materials and Supply Chain reports to the Managing Director and is expected to demonstrate excellent leadership to drive high performance behaviors across the entire materials team, whilst working collaboratively across multiple departments.

We are looking for a high-paced individual, with a track record in driving change and working strategically and this will be critical to making this role successful. 

Your tasks and responsibilities:

This position has overall responsibility for the operational procurement, customer service, inbound & outbound logistics, customs compliance, planning and SAP management teams at the Dublin Manufacturing site. He / She will lead a team to ensure all materials are managed to ensure optimum quality and costs to support the manufacture of diagnostic equipment, meeting stringent health & safety, quality, and productivity targets.

As a member of the Senior Site Leadership Team, this individual will be instrumental in supporting the overall strategic direction of the business and site. 

The breadth and scope of this role will require a multi-faceted individual with experience in leading procurement, logistics and customer service. They will work closely with strategic procurement / global category managers to build strong relationships with suppliers. They will partner with IT and business excellence to streamline and digitalize the logistics and procurement processes.

Effectively manage optimum costs across purchasing / indirect contracts / freight / 3PL warehousing. Think strategically to deliver site objectives. 

Your qualifications and experience:

Third level degree qualification in business or engineering or relevant discipline. (QQI level 8)8+ years of direct logistics and/or procurement experience at a Senior Management level.Cost Management -Strong negotiating skills.Pragmatic approach to contract management.Drive productivity and cost reduction in function and across the site.Excellent business Acumen with an understanding of current best practice in Ireland in relation to Logistics and Procurement.Team Leadership & CoachingEmpowered leadership style.Provides support, recognition and opportunity for growth.Instrumental in delivering direct coaching to develop individuals and teams.Develop succession planning roadmaps and a talent pipeline.Optimum use of headcount resource planning with strategic review and implementation.Deliver optimum training and development plans for the team.Manage and lead a team culture to drive performance improvements.As an SLT member, contribute, lead and support the wider business goals.Support front-line team leaders to deliver across all site metrics.Ability to influence at peer level and above both within the site and externally with the wider Siemens organisation where applicable.Continuous ImprovementChampion Continuous Improvement across the site whilst implement best practice processes and procedures.Ability to drive optimization in procurement and logistics processes, utilizing digital tools where appropriate.Work both collaboratively and cross functionally to ensure that relevant high profile business projects are completed effectively and within timeline.Continuously improving site performance metricsStrategically focused on performanceAnalytical ability to work through complex issues.Strong compliance mindset in procurement, inventory, customs and export control.Ability to network across the wider business to leverage scaled negotiations.Work closely with local agencies to learn and grow the site reputation within Ireland.Build strong relationships with other departments to ensure optimum performance and productivity.

Your attributes and skills:

Strategic, goal focused individual with high intensity and a passion for leading, managing and developing teams.Ability to deliver complex solutions in close collaboration with key stakeholders. Readily accepts ownership, accountability, and responsibility in delivering effective solutions.Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills required. 

Our global team:

We are a team of more than 70,000 highly dedicated employees across more than 70 countries passionately pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in healthcare to help improve people’s lives around the world. As a leader in the industry, we aspire to create better outcomes and experiences for patients no matter where they live or what health issues they are facing. Our portfolio, spanning from in-vitro and in-vivo diagnostics to image-guided therapy and innovative cancer care, is crucial for clinical decision-making and treatment pathways.

Our culture:

We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, to improve people’s lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.

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At Siemens Healthineers, we value those who dedicate their energy and passion to a greater cause. Our people make us unique as an employer in the med-tech industry. What unites and motivates our global team is the inspiration of our common purpose: To innovate for healthcare, building on our remarkable legacy of pioneering ideas that translate into even better healthcare products and services. We recognize that taking ownership of our work allows both us and the company to grow. We offer you a flexible and dynamic environment and the space to move beyond your comfort zone to grow both personally and professionally. We have an excellent benefits package for the right candidate.

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